This course will highlight the fundamental anatomical knowledge with which both therapists and surgeons alike should be familiar. In addition to common conditions treated in the upper extremity, topics which are infrequently seen in educational forums but are clinically common, including benign hand and wrist tumors, emergency conditions, such as compartment syndromes, ulnar sided wrist pain and common conditions involving the shoulder and elbow will be covered during this program by experts in their respective fields.

The program will offer concurrent programming on Friday and Saturday morning giving attendees the choice of which topic best meets their needs.

Learning Objectives

Demonstrate mastery in the anatomical knowledge of common conditions from the fingertip to the shoulder.

Demonstrate mastery of current concepts for diagnosis and treatment of tendon and nerve injuries in the upper extremity.

Demonstrate an ability to diagnose and initiate treatment for ulnar sided wrist pain.

Demonstrate an ability to diagnosis and treat conditions of the wrist and forearm.

Faculty:

Ryan P. Calfee, MD, MSc

Jane Fedorczyk, PT, PhD, CHT, ATC

Frank Fedorczyk, PT, DPT

R. Glenn Gaston, MD

Warren C. Hammert, MD

Peter E. Hoepfner, MD

Thomas B. Hughes, MD

Jonathan E. Isaacs, MD

Sanjeev Kakar, MD

Robin Neil Kamal, MD

Christos Karagiannopoulos, MPT, PhD, ATC, CHT

Bryan J. Loeffler, MD

Joy C. MacDermid, BScPT, PhD

Nancy Naughton, OTD, OTR/L, CHT

Marc J. Richard, MD

Craig M. Rodner, MD

Kristin A. Valdes, OTD, OTR, CHT

Jeffrey Yao, MD

Co-chair(s):

R. Glenn Gaston, MD

Robin Neil Kamal, MD

Kristin A. Valdes, OTD, OTR, CHT

This activity is jointly provided by the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the American Society of Hand Therapists.

ASSH CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION CREDIT

The ASSH designates this live activity for a maximum of 15.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of ASSH and ASHT. The ASSH is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

2018 Electives in Hand Surgery course registration includes daily breakfast, lunch and refreshment breaks and a detailed course electronic syllabus. Course sessions and food functions are for the course registrants only — spouses, family and guests are not permitted in these areas.

Registration is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Friday and Saturday mornings have concurrent sessions and you will be prompted to select which session you'd like to attend. Afternoon general sessions are combined and will be automatically added to your registration.

FEES

Full Registration

Attendee Type

Until January 12

After January 12

ASSH Member

$695

$745

Non-member

$795

$845

Affiliate Member
ASHT Member*

$525

$575

Allied Health

$595

$645

Resident/Fellow

$495

$545

One-Day Registration (Friday or Saturday only)

Attendee Type

Until January 12

After January 12

ASSH Member

$395

$445

Non-member

$450

$500

Affiliate Member
ASHT Member*

$275

$325

Allied Health

$375

$425

Resident/Fellow

$295

$345

*If you are an ASHT member, please call the Hand Society at 312.880.1900 or email at meetings@assh.org to receive a registration discount code. Your membership will need to be verified prior to receiving this code.

REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION
All registrations are confirmed by e-mail to the registrant. If you have not received a confirmation within two weeks of submitting your registration form please contact ASSH at (312) 880-1900 or meetings@assh.org.

REFUND POLICY / CANCELLATION FEE
All refunds must be requested in writing to the ASSH Central Office by email at meetings@assh.org or by fax at (847) 384-1435.

A full refund, less a $150 administrative fee, will be given if written notification is received by the ASSH Central Office on or before December 31, 2017. Cancellations received between January 1 and January 12, 2018 will receive 50% back of payment received.

No refunds will be issued after January 12, 2018.

The 2018 Electives in Hand Surgery course will be held at the Sheraton New Orleans at 500 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130.

The housing deadline has closed. Please call the Sheraton New Orleans for any additional reservations.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SHERATON NEW ORLEANS:

All attendees are responsible for making their own sleeping room reservations
DO NOT contact the ASSH Office for hotel reservations.

Please ask for the American Society for Surgery of the Hand course rate.

Reservation requests must be received by January 8, 2018. Upon check in you will be asked to verify your check out date. The Sheraton New Orleans utilizes a 72-hour cancellation policy. Rates are subject to state and local taxes in effect at the time of the meeting.

NOTE: If the room block fills prior to the deadline, the hotel cannot guarantee availability and/or the special ASSH course rate.

TRAVEL
The nearest airport is the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Transportation is available via taxi or airport shuttle.

You are invited to join the American Society for Surgery of the Hand at the 2018 Electives in Hand Surgery course January 26-27, 2018 in New Orleans, LA. Applications are now being accepted for tabletop exhibits and industry forums.

This program is targeted for surgeons specializing in hand, orthopaedic and plastic surgery, as well as allied health professionals serving the hand care profession. Exhibiting at this program will allow you to reach leaders in the field of hand surgery and therapy in an intimate, small course setting. Expected attendance is 150-200 with approximately 60% allied health professionals and 40% surgeons.

The opportunity to meet physician decision-makers and allied health professionals from medical practices and health facilities from across the country!

Tabletop space will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Upon receipt of completed application forms and fees, you will receive a confirmation email. Please contact the ASSH if you have not received confirmation within two weeks of submitting application.

Deadline to submit: Tabletop space will continue to be sold up to four weeks prior to the start of the meeting, pending availability. Space is limited.

INDUSTRY FORUM FOR SMALL COURSE FEE OF $2,500

Available for Electives in Hand Surgery only (January 2018)
- Opportunity to highlight products through an in-depth presentation
- Increase awareness of products and teach hand care professionals how to properly use surgical equipment and tools.
- Content and faculty selected by sponsor
- Includes session room setup, basic A/V package and registration/promotion services.

A $500 discount will be given to companies who plan to exhibit and present an Industry Forum for Electives in Hand Surgery. Discounts are not available for multiple meetings.

CANCELLATION POLICY

All refunds must be requested in writing by fax at (847) 384-1435 or by email at exhibits@assh.org. A full refund less a $150 administrative fee will be given if notification is received on or before December 31, 2017. Requests received between January 1 and January 12, 2018 will be refunded 50%. No refunds will be issued after January 12, 2018.

UNRESTRICTED EDUCATIONAL GRANT

We invite you to support the course(s) of your choice through an unrestricted educational grant. This is a wonderful opportunity to invest in the promotion of scientific knowledge, medical advancement and the delivery of effective health care. Your generosity will help to underwrite the general meeting expenses of your selected course(s). Prominent recognition in the course materials, website and marketing promotion are included. All grants will be administered in a fair and transparent manner.

ASSH and the Course Chair(s) are responsible for making all decisions regarding the content, faculty and presentation of the educational information. Additionally, ASSH is prepared to share details about the program’s content and agenda, budget, and any other relevant information your grant review process requires. The ASSH is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education to physicians.

Don’t delay and show your support today for $5,000 per course. To learn more about the unrestricted educational grant, please contact kdelasarmas@assh.org.

Due to the nature of this educational grant, this support will count towards the activation of your company’s partnership status as an ASSH Corporate Partner.

I understand that the material presented in this continuing medical education program (the “Program”) has been made available under sponsorship of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) and the American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT) for educational purposes only. This material is not intended to represent the only, nor necessarily the best, method or procedure appropriate for the medical situations discussed, but rather is intended to present an approach, view, statement or opinion of the faculty which may be of interest to others.

As a condition of my participation in the Program, I hereby (i) waive any claim I may have against ASSH or ASHT and its officers, directors, employees, or agents, or against the presenters or speakers, for reliance on any information presented in the Program; and (ii) release ASSH and ASHT, its officers, directors, employees, and agents, as well as the presenters and speakers, from and against any and all liability for damage or injury that may arise from my participation or attendance at the Program.

I further understand and agree that no reproduction of any kind, including photographs, audiotapes and videotapes, may be made of the Program. All property rights in the material presented, including common law copyright, are expressly reserved to the presenter or speaker or to the ASSH or ASHT. ASSH and ASHT is not responsible for expenses incurred by an individual who is not confirmed and for whom space is not available. Costs incurred by the registrant, such as airline or hotel fees or penalties, are the responsibility of the registrant.

12:00 – 1:00 PM
IF01: In Office CT Imaging of the Upper Extremities (CurveBeam)
Faculty: Jozef Zoldos, MD
Description: Dr. Josef Zoldos will review the use of in-office extremity 3D imaging for the upper extremities in a hand orthopedic practice. He will discuss cone beam CT technology and how it has been adapted for the hand, wrist and elbow. After a brief case review, he will discuss the economics of adding this ancillary service to his practice.

The CurveBeam InReach is an in-office solution for obtaining high-resolution 3D images. Scan time is less than 25 seconds, and the technology is ultra-low dose. The compact CT system can be plugged into a standard wall outlet and is self-shielded.

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